April 2016       Helping Neighbors in Need in Sandy Springs and Dunwoody Since 1987.
New Food Pantry Format Offers Client Choice  

The big move is complete and the new CAC Food Pantry opened this week! Relocated back to the ground level of CAC, the new food pantry offers a shopping format, where clients shop for their food much like a typical grocery store. This new format allows clients more choice of food for themselves and their families and eliminates the food pantry "line." Using vouchers, clients can select non-perishable and fresh foods rather than be given pre-packed bags and interact with volunteers through service windows. Volunteers are on-hand to assist, restock shelves and for "check out." The new format also encourages less waste by giving clients more control over the food they receive. As always, all food in the pantry is donated so inventory varies daily. A significant portion is donated by stores and restaurants and is brought to CAC by Second Helpings volunteers daily. 
Food `n Fun Festival is Coming!  
Family Fun and Team Events! 

Bring the family to the free festival for a day of fun! Gather a group and take part in team events! Join us as neighbors from all walks of life gather together to raise awareness and food to combat hunger in our community.

Food Challenge Teams! 
You have about 2 more weeks to collect food for the Challenge!  Help CAC reach 100,000 pounds for families this summer! Send us your pictures of your food drives! Email them to communications@ourcac.org and post them on CAC's Facebook page for all to see! 
 
Enter the Shopping Cart Decorating Contest! 
Get your creative juices flowing and enter the Shopping Cart Decorating Contest! Decorate your cart in a theme related to eliminating hunger or any topic of your choice. Carts will be judged for prizes!

CAC Hunger Awareness Walk
Join us Saturday, May 7 at the Food `n Fun Festival at North Springs High School for a 1/4 mile Hunger Awareness Walk, led by the Shopping Cart Parade around the football field track. 

 
Winners Announced!
Winners of the Food Challenge and the Shopping Cart Contest will be announced at the Food `n Fun Festival on Saturday, May 7.

Family Fun!
Give Food and Have Fun at the Food 'n Fun Festival, a fun-filled, outdoor, family event with activities and games for all ages! Admission is free!!  Please bring a can or more for the Food Pantry. Visit www.ourcac.org/foodnfun  for more information! 
Free Computer Workshop Classes Open to Everyone

Free computer workshops are available next week and in May, register today!

April 26 & 28 - EXCEL Forms & Templates
May 3 & 5 - POWER POINT 1 & 2
May 10 & 12 - WORD Letter & Resume Writing
May 17 & 19 - DIGITAL LIFE Social Media, Email
May 24 & 26 - EXCEL Budget and Tracking Logs

Register for Spring Session Classes  
The CAC Thrift Boutique is Moving!

If you've been to CAC recently you probably noticed that the Thrift Boutique is closed... That's because we're moving to a larger space! Set up is underway for the new and improved retail shop at the new location. Stay tuned for opening dates soon! 
CAC Needs a Temporary Driver

CAC is seeking a temporary, part-time truck and van driver for pick up and delivery duties. 30 hours per week, April to July 2016. Must be dependable and have good customer service skills. A valid driver's license and clean driving record is required. Resume and letter to ceo@ourcac.org
More on the Temporary Driver position 
CAC Volunteers Honored at Luncheon 

  Daniel Weiss, center, was named the VITA volunteer of the year.
The annual CAC Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon recently took place at Temple Sinai. More than 100 volunteers attended the "day off" social event. Many were recognized for their years of service and for going the extra mile, among other awards! Thank you to all of the volunteers who keep CAC running on a daily basis to help your neighbors in need. CAC wouldn't exist without you!
View the awards list and pictures! 
Who Do You Turn to for Help in Times of Need? 

CAC serves as a safety net to prevent homelessness and hunger for individuals and families of Sandy Springs and Dunwoody who find themselves in need of help and have no where else to turn. CAC provides financial assistance for rent and utilities for those who have experienced a loss of income, for example due to a job loss, wage cut or medical emergency. CAC also provides food and clothing as well as adult education to promote self-sufficiency.  Won't you help a neighbor today?
Contact Us   

Assistance -  Food Pantry  -  Thrift Boutique 
1130 Hightower Trail   
Sandy Springs, GA 30350
 
Mailing Address: 
PO Box 501298, Atlanta, GA 31150
 
Office 770-552-4889 | Helpline 770-552-4015 | Fax 770-552-4339  
Fulton County
united way

Funding for CAC is provided in part by the City of Sandy Springs, Fulton County Human Services
and the United Way of Greater Atlanta.
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